Can't boot laptop G6

All of a sudden I cannot boot up my G6 laptop as it won't allow my pasword to be entered. This is very new and confusing me somewhat. without being able to enter my boot password I cannot get to to Windows 7 64 bit OS loader.. I have not changed anything al all..it just started for no reason. any ideas?

Hi there @Jcookson
Welcome to the HP Support Forums!
I understand you are having trouble booting up your computer but I am a bit unclear on a point. Is it that you have forgotten your password, or is it the login screen never appears? Please clarify, and I will go from there.
If the login screen never actually appears, please post any other details you can about what happens, such as beep codes or flashing LED patterns. Those little details can be useful fonts of troubleshooting gold.
Also please post the full product number of your notebook, as it may prove useful later on.
How Do I Find My Model Number or Product Number?
Take care and Happy Thanksgiving!
Malygris1
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